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New roof snagging in West Stourmouth, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in West Stourmouth, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
What new roof snagging looks like in West Stourmouth
The coast is about 5 miles or less from West Stourmouth, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, so exposed details get a close look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near All Saints Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. If you let a flat or house near Minster station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
West Stourmouth is about 6 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Whether the building in West Stourmouth is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Kent, we cover West Stourmouth and the places around it. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in CT3 is within our area for new roof snagging. Close by, we survey roofs in East Stourmouth (1 mile east), Grove (1 mile south-west), Preston (1 mile south), Sarre (1 mile north) and Upstreet (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles east), Broadstairs (9 miles east) and Whitstable (9 miles west).
Landmarks near West Stourmouth
Typical jobs here are in homes near Grove Ferry Picnic Area. West Stourmouth’s nearest station is Minster station, roughly 3.7 miles east of the centre. The countryside around West Stourmouth includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in West Stourmouth
We carry out new roof snagging in West Stourmouth and across London and the South East. A visit normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see, and by drone where it is applicable. You then get a written report with photos. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We survey new-build homes, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters blocked by building debris and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
Somewhere as small as West Stourmouth, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report records the new roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- West Stourmouth (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them, and our part is to report what we see.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. Add the snagging report to it.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Offcuts left in a gutter can block it that soak walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. Outbuildings and barns around West Stourmouth are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why book us in West Stourmouth
- Surveys seven days a week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Package prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What this survey cannot tell you
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
Questions from West Stourmouth
Is West Stourmouth within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is my home in West Stourmouth listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
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What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around West Stourmouth often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.